Sony Electronics Inc. • 16530 Via Esprillo • San Diego, CA 92127 • 1.800.222.7669 • www.sony.com
Last Updated: 09/04/2007
VGN-NR180E/W
VAIO® NR Series Notebook PC
Specifications
General
Computer Type:
Notebook
Type of Use:
Portable
Action Buttons:
S1, AV Mode, Power on/off,
WLAN on/off
Pointing Device:
Electro-Static touch pad
Hardware
Keyboard:
QWERTY, 82 keys with 2mm stroke
and 19.05mm pitch
Processor
Type:
Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor T5250
Speed:
1.5GHz
Front Side Bus Speed:
667MHz
L2 Cache:
2MB
Memory
Type:
DDR2
Installed:
1GB (512MBx2) PC2-5300
Maximum:
4GB
Speed:
667MHz
Hard Drive
Capacity:
200GB
Speed:
4200rpm
Interface:
Serial ATA
Optical Drive #1
DVD+R DL Write:
4x max.
DVD+R Write:
8x max.
DVD+RW Write:
8x max.
DVD-R Write:
8x max.
DVD-RW Write:
6x max.
CD-R Write:
24x max.
CD-RW Write:
24x max.
DVD±RW:
Yes (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/DVD-RAM)
CD Read:
24x max.
DVD Read:
8x max.
DVD-RAM Write:
5x max.
DVD-R DL Write:
4x max.
DVD-RAM Read:
5x max.
Expansion Slots
Multimedia Card Reader:
ExpressCard® /34
Slot
Audio
Sound System:
Windows® sound system
compatible
Display
Screen or Display Technology:
WXGA LCD
Screen Size:
15.4”
Resolution:
1280 x 800
XBRITE-ECO™ Technology:
Yes
Graphics
Processor:
Mobile Intel® Graphics Media
Accelerator X3100
1
13
2
4
11
Video RAM:
251MB Total Available Graphics
Memory
Chipset:
Mobile Intel® GM965 Express Chipset
Interface:
VGA Out with Smart Display Sensor
Inputs and Outputs
Ethernet Port:
1
Headphone Jack:
1
i.LINK® Interface:
1(4-pin) interface
Memory Stick® Media Slot:
1
Modem Jack:
1
Secure Digital Slot:
1
Microphone Input:
1
USB Port(s):
4 (2.0 compliant)
VGA Output(s):
1
DC-In:
1
Networking/Modem
Ethernet Protocol:
Fast Ethernet (RJ-45)
Ethernet Speed:
10Base-T/100Base-TX
Modem Type:
Integrated V.92/V.90 Modem (RJ-
11)
Wireless LAN:
Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG
Network Connection
Power
Battery Type:
Standard Capacity Lithium-ion
Battery (VGP-BPS9/B)
Estimated Battery Life:
2.5 to 4.5 hours
Standard Capacity Battery
4.0 to 7.5 hours Large Capacity Battery (VGP-
BPL9)
Power Requirements:
95W +10%
Software
Operating System:
Microsoft® Windows
Vista® Home Premium
Internet Services:
AOL® 90-Day Risk Free Trial -
New Users Only
Supplied Software:
Microsoft® Works SE 9.0 w/
60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft® Office
Home and Student 2007
Sony® Original Software:
Click to DVD® - DVD
Creation
*Please access VAIO® Support Central from
your PC for a complete list of software
applications and trials.
Security and Anti-Virus Software:
Norton 360™
All-In-One Security 60-day Trial
Service and Warranty Information
Limited Warranty:
1 Year Limited Warranty
Telephone Support:
1 year toll-free technical
telephone assistance, available 24/7
Online and Email Support:
Limited Support
available from
http://www.esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO
See actual warranty for details.
Dimensions
Weight:
6.2 lbs with standard battery
Measurements:
14.2”(W) x 1.2”-1.5”(H) x
10.6”(D)
12
6
3
7
7
10
8
9
5
5
Supplied Accessories
Standard Lithium-ion battery (VGP-BPS9/B)
AC adapter (VGP-AC19V27)
Power Cord
Optional Accessories
Additional Standard Capacity Battery (VGP-
BPS9/B)
Large Capacity Battery (VGP-BPL9C)
AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V27)
Battery Charger (VGP-BC1)
Wireless Presentation Mouse (VGP-WMS50A)
Stick AC Adapter (VGP-AC19V21)
Neoprene Case (VGP-AMC3)
Urban Messenger Case (VGP-AML2)
Mouse Talk™ Mouse and Internet Phone (VN-
CX1A/W)
Color:
Silk (White)
UPC Code:
027242725409
1. GHz denotes microprocessor internal clock speed; other factors may
affect application performance. CPU speed will be reduced under
certain operating conditions.
2. GB means one billion bytes when referring to hard drive capacity.
Accessible capacity may vary. A portion of hard disk space is reserved as
a recovery partition.
3. Requires compatible wireless LAN access point(s). Some features may rely
on Internet service which may require a fee.
4. DVD Media/Formats are not universally compatible.
5. Non-metric measure is approximate and may vary.
6. i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product
contains an IEEE 1394 connector. All products with an i.LINK connector
may not communicate with each other.
7. Actual battery life may vary based on product settings, usage patterns,
battery and environmental conditions.
8. See actual limited warranty for details. For a copy of Sony’s warranty,
please visit www.sony.com/pcsupport, call toll-free 888-476-6972 (888-
4SONYPC), or write to Sony Electronics, 12451 Gateway Boulevard, Fort
Myers, FL 33913.
9. For certain third party software applications, Sony provides first level
Phone Support. Additional telephone support may be available from
the applicable 3rd party vendor. Availability and schedule for any such
support is determined by the applicable software vendor.
10. 60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft® Office 2007 - This trial software will
work only for 60 days after you first use it. You will not be able to use
the software if you do not activate it as described the first time you use
the software. You can activate the software by Internet: Internet
service charges may apply. If you want to keep using the software
after the 60-day trial period, you must convert to the perpetual version.
You can convert online by following the conversion instructions
presented during setup and paying the required fees.
11. Viewable area measured diagonally.
12. Total Available Graphics Memory refers to the new Windows Vista®
classification of graphics memory, which is the total of Dedicated Video
Memory, System Video Memory and Shared System Memory.
13. A portion of the system memory over 3GB may not be available to the
operating system.
Computer Interface: The computer industry lacks standards, and therefore,
there are a multitude of varying software packages and add-on hardware
options. This personal computer is not manufactured to operate any
specific software, and Sony does not and cannot make any warranty or
representation with respect to the performance of this product with any
particular software packages and/or non-Sony add-on hardware options
except those mentioned in this document. Sony hereby disclaims any
representations or warranty that this product is compatible with any
combination of products you may choose to connect. While Sony
representatives or Sony authorized dealers may be able to assist you and
may make recommendations, they are NOT authorized to vary or waive this
disclaimer. Purchasers must determine for themselves the suitability and
compatibility of the hardware and software in each and every particular
instance. Software titles pre-installed on the Sony Notebook Computer are
subject to change without notice. Simulated graphic shown on display. Pre-
installed software may not be identical to retail versions or have all
documentation. This product meets the standards of the International
Energy Star Program for energy efficiency. Features and specifications
are subject to change without notice. Lamp in this product contains
mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to
environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please
contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance
(www.eiae.org).
©2007 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in
part without written
permission is prohibited. Sony, i.LINK, VAIO, XBRITE-ECO, Memory Stick, Mouse
Talk, LocationFree and Click to DVD are trademarks or registered
trademarks of Sony. Intel and Core are trademarks or registered
trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.
Microsoft and Windows Vista are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries. All other trademarks are
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Printed in U.S.A. 09/07.
